Canyon High School is a traditional four-year high school located in the Anaheim Hills community in the city of Anaheim, California and is an International Baccalaureate school.
Serving 2,183 students in grades 9-12, Canyon High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Canyon High School's student population of 2,183 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,183 students
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Year Founded
1972
Colors
Black, Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
40 acres (160,000 m2)
School Rankings
Canyon High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2121 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
12%
Hispanic
27%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
41%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Comanche
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon High School's ranking?
Canyon High School is ranked #2121 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Canyon High School?
The graduation rate of Canyon High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Canyon High School?
2,183 students attend Canyon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Canyon High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canyon High School?
Canyon High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Canyon High School offer ?
Canyon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Canyon High School part of?
Canyon High School is part of Orange Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Canyon High School located?
Canyon High School is located in the Anaheim Hills neighborhood of Anaheim, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Anaheim Hills.
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